Amphibians and Reptiles

Florida is home to 142 native reptile and amphibian species. Read the Atlas of Amphibians and Reptiles in Florida to learn about their distribution and to see pictures of each species. Information on recent and past research efforts is provided below.

Researchers are collecting information on the status of state-listed reptile species in the Florida Keys. Report sightings of any reptile and amphibian species in the Keys on this webpage.

Atlas of Amphibians and Reptiles in FloridaThe Atlas of Amphibians and Reptiles in Florida provides geographic information, distribution maps, taxonomic information and pictures for 142 native and 56 nonnative species of amphibians and reptiles known to occur in Florida.

Alligator Snapping TurtleThe alligator snapping turtle (Macrochelys temminckii) is the largest freshwater turtle species in North America. In Florida, it can be found from the Suwannee River drainage westward through the Panhandle. Learn about efforts to understand and conserve this animal.

Barbour’s Map TurtleBarbour’s map turtle (Gratemys barbouri) is a large freshwater turtle found in northwest Florida’s Apalachicola, Chipola, Choctawhatchee and Ocklockonee rivers. Read publications on past research and find links to more online resources about this species.

Diamondback TerrapinsFlorida has five subspecies of the diamondback terrapin (Malaclemys terrapin), three of which occur only in Florida. The diamondback terrapin is a coastal turtle species found statewide in coastal marshes, tidal creeks, mangroves and other brackish and estuarine habitats. Learn about recent research and find publications on past studies of this species.

Flatwoods SalamandersThe reticulated flatwoods salamander (Ambystoma bishopi) occurs in the Florida Panhandle from the Apalachicola River westward. The frosted flatwoods salamander (Ambystoma cingulatum) occurs in the Panhandle eastward of the Apalachicola River and in the northern counties of the peninsula. Find information on frosted and reticulated flatwoods salamanders in Florida.

Gopher TortoiseThe gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus) is a long-lived, terrestrial turtle found in upland habitats throughout Florida. This keystone species digs burrows that are used by more than 360 other animals. Read about gopher tortoise research conducted by our staff.

Indigo SnakeThe eastern indigo snake (Drymarchon couperi) is a federally threatened species that was once found throughout Florida. Find information on the current and historical distribution of the indigo snake, read publications from past studies and find links to other online resources about this species.

Pine Barrens TreefrogThe Pine Barrens treefrog (Hyla andersonii) is a stout, green treefrog found in Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton and Holmes counties. Read about the ongoing population assessment of Pine Barrens treefrogs, browse publications on past research efforts and find links to more information about this species.

Striped NewtThe striped newt (Notophthalmus perstriatus) is a salamander found only in southern Georgia and northern Florida. Find information on the recent statewide striped newt survey, publications on past research efforts and links to more online resources about this species.

Winter-Breeding Amphibian SurveysLearn about efforts to determine population trends, current occurrence and possible reasons for population declines in five winter-breeding amphibian species.

Report Florida Keys Reptiles and AmphibiansResearchers are collecting information on the status of state-listed reptile species in the Florida Keys. Report sightings of any reptile and amphibian species in the Keys on this Web page.